The Mermaid

Sony Pictures Releasing | Release Date: February 19, 2016

7.1	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 43 Ratings

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audreylimFeb 23, 2016

Released along with a slew of Chinese films in cinemas to ring in the Lunar New Year, The Mermaid joins the impressive roster of comedies from Stephen Chow.

The films after Kung Fu Hustle seemed to have lacked that ol' Stephen Chow humourReleased along with a slew of Chinese films in cinemas to ring in the Lunar New Year, The Mermaid joins the impressive roster of comedies from Stephen Chow.

The films after Kung Fu Hustle seemed to have lacked that ol' Stephen Chow humour that made them misses. Some may argue that CJ7 or Journey to the West by Chow were pretty good productions, but to me they were not particular standouts.

The Mermaid, however, hits the right spot. The CG may not be the best but it's the cast and funny one-liners that will have the audience in laughter. In fact, many of the dialogue is reminiscent of Stephen Chow's older works, and Show Luo's turn as the Octopus is clearly one of the few highlights of the film.

It tries to be mature by touching on the topic of morality with the whole protecting the environment storyline, but it does so without being overly serious. The film is definitely one of the better flicks out there during the Chinese New Year holidays, and definitely deserves a viewing!… Expand

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TrilobiteGMar 1, 2016

Mei ren yu or in English, 'The Mermaid', is my first Stephen Chow film. I am thoroughly impressed. Sure, the mermaid does follow many tired narratives around love and the protection of the environment. Despite this, The Mermaid is the catchMei ren yu or in English, 'The Mermaid', is my first Stephen Chow film. I am thoroughly impressed. Sure, the mermaid does follow many tired narratives around love and the protection of the environment. Despite this, The Mermaid is the catch of the day.

Its striking and unique visuals serve as an aid to it's rich and beautiful protagonist of the mermaid herself, it's all a bit over the top. This still blends well with the comedic moments that the film offers as well as the striking cinematography. The love story certainly feels rushed along with a stock villain that is shipped out at the last second, yet every issues the characters face are nonetheless overwhelmed by the gorgeous, rich and raw elegance that nature displays versus the glazed money machine metropolises. It's a relatively cheesy, one on one hilarious fight against ideals. It's glorious.… Expand

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CharlemagneJul 19, 2016

I laughed. I cried. I'm surprised how good this was. And the story has a timely mortal too. This has made me curious to watch more Stephen Chow movies.

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AdaLFeb 22, 2016

This is not a perfect movie, but I like it a lot. It's a funny and lovely story. I'm glad to see the film of Stephen Chow again. Thank you for giving my family happiness!

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EpicLadySpongeFeb 20, 2016

What brings up the Mermaid is what brings it down to the box office. Don't be expecting this to win at the box office at all. Even though it's enjoyable, I feel like it doesn't deserve to win at all.

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